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Parth Pawar

Parth Pawar

Son of Ajit Pawar

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Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar killed in plane crash

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Potential political heir; has maintained low profile since 2019 electoral defeat

Ajit Pawar, who served as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister six times over three decades, died on January 28, 2026, aged 66, when his chartered Learjet crashed at Baramati Airport. His wife Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as his successor on January 31, becoming the state's first woman Deputy Chief Minister and taking three portfolios. Recent developments include her upgraded Z-Plus security cover, allotment of the official Devgiri bungalow, and Pawar family endorsement as NCP chief on February 5.

Updated Feb 5